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How to Suppress the Security Information Window Titled "Do you want to run this application?" (Doc ID 1553584.1)

Last updated on FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Applies to:

Java SE JDK and JRE - Version 7 to 8
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

Users of a signed applet/WebStart application receive a "Security Information" window with the following message:

"Do you want to run this application?  This application will run with unrestricted access which may put your computer and personal information at risk. Run this application only if you trust the publisher."

Example screenshot from Java SE 7 Update 21 on Linux using the Verify Java Version applet from java.com:

Example screenshot from Java SE 7 Update 4 on Windows for the Verify Java Version applet from java.com:

 

You would like to suppress that message by default.
 

Solution

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In this Document
Goal
Solution
 1. Suggested methods for an individual user
 2. Suggested methods for system wide (all users)


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